Which Aztec names mean heart?

Some Aztec names that are associated with the meaning ‘heart’ include names such as Xochiyotl, meaning ‘heart of a gentle flower,’ Yoloxochitl meaning ‘heart flower,’ Tepēyōllōtl meaning ‘heart of the mountains,’ and Yolotli or Yollotl meaning ‘heart’ or ‘life.’

Are there any traditional Aztec naming ceremonies for babies?

According to ancient Aztec texts, on the fourth day after the baby is born, a ceremony is held before dawn, attended by the parents and kin of the infant. It involves the child’s exposure to water and sunlight, summoning the power of these elements to protect the child and shape their future. Once the ceremony is completed, the baby is assigned a name depending on the day and time of birth (1).

What are some common themes in Aztec baby names?

Aztec babies sometimes have two names. One is called a calendar name and taken from the day of their birth, and the second is a personal name. Cultural and religious concepts usually inspire this personal name, along with behavioral attributes and natural elements highly valued by the Aztecs, such as animals and the elements.

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23 Aztec Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Citlalli	Girl	Star
Citlalic	Girl	Rising star
Chilli	Unisex	Cold; Spicy fruit found in Central and South America
Chalchihuitlcue	Girl	She with the robe of green jewels
Chalmecacihuilt	Girl	Aztec goddess of the underworld
Chantico	Girl	She who dwells in the house
Chicomecoatl	Girl	Seven snakes
Chiconahui	Girl	Name of Aztec hearth-goddess
Chimalley	Boy	Shield
Chimalli	Boy	Shield

Chimalma	Girl	Shield-bearer
Chipahua	Girl	Clean
Cihuaton	Girl	Little woman
Cipactonal	Boy	Production of the day
Citlalee	Boy	Star
Citlalicue	Girl	Star garment
Coyolxauhqui	Girl	Golden bells
Cozamalotl	Girl	Rainbow
Cuallea	Boy	Good
Cuallee	Boy	Spelling variation of Cuallea, meaning good.

Cuetzpallea	Boy	Aztec term for lizard
Cuetzpallee	Boy	Alternate spelling for Cuetzpallea; Lizard.
Cuicatl	Girl	Song

Infographic: Popular Aztec Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C

When you choose a baby name for your bundle of joy, you want it to reflect a meaningful story while fitting their personality. The perfect name may sound elegant, connect to nature, or represent deep-seated traits your family values. Our infographic below contains a compilation of some Aztec Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C, perfect for your little one.

Aztec Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C(infographic)

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